Alex De Minaur Wins Washington DC Open, Enters ATP Top 10

Alex De Minaur triumphed over Alejandro Davidovich Fokina in a thrilling final at the DC Open, overcoming a set down and saving three championship points to win 5-7, 6-1, 7-6 (7/3). This victory marked De Minaur's 10th ATP title and first of 2025, propelling him into the top 10 of the world rankings ahead of the US Open. Despite leading 5-2 in the final set and having multiple match points, Davidovich Fokina was unable to secure his first ATP Tour title, though his strong performance boosted him into the top 20 rankings. Both players had impressive seasons, ranking among the top five in total match wins and leading the ATP Tour in hard-court victories in 2025. De Minaur expressed admiration for Davidovich Fokina's competitiveness and assured him that a title will come soon, while Davidovich Fokina remains motivated to push harder for future success. The match lasted over three hours, with De Minaur showing resilience and consistency, highlighting his continued rise in a competitive field.